Tag: disease
Rare rabbit disease confirmed in western Pennsylvania
USDA has confirmed rabbit hemorrhagic disease (RHD) in two pet rabbits that died Dec. 7 in Clover Township, Jefferson County, Pennsylvania.
Boxwood blight found in Michigan
Boxwood blight has been found in Michigan, in three separate locations: a landscape firm, a homeowner’s yard and in holiday wreaths at a retail store.
Five more cases of virulent Newcastle disease confirmed
Last week, the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed five new cases of virulent Newcastle disease in backyard exhibition chickens.
Eyes could be source of CJD diagnosis
National Institutes of Health scientists have found evidence of the infectious agent of sporadic Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease in the eyes of deceased patients.
Virulent Newcastle disease continues to plague California
The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed two cases of virulent Newcastle disease in chickens in Riverside County, California.
Livestock producers should beware of rabies
Rabies should stay firmly in a producer's awareness. It's a disease that can mimic more common diseases, leading to a delay in veterinary care.
USDA confirms six more cases of Virulent Newcastle Disease
The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed six additional cases of virulent Newcastle disease in backyard exhibition chickens.
Hand, foot and mouth disease is not just for children
Proper hand hygiene can reduce the spread of hand, foot and mouth disease.
Virulent Newcastle Disease confirmed at live bird market
USDA confirmed three additional cases of virulent Newcastle disease last week, with one of them being discovered at a live bird market.
Rabbit hemorrhagic disease found in Ohio domestic rabbits
Rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus 2 (RHD2) was detected in a domestic rabbit in Medina County. This is the first confirmed case of RHD2 in the U.S.
